Description
Freeze-dried basil is aromatic and has a more intense flavor than fresh basil. Basil is one of the most loved and appreciated herbs in the world and is suitable for providing a flavor experience in many foods. Basil adds a warm aroma and a subtle flavor nuance to dishes.
Did you know that the name “basil” comes from Greek and means royalty? Basil has been repeatedly titled both the herb of kings and the king of herbs. Basil is one of the most used and loved herbs in the world.
Basil is one of the most loved and valued herbs in the world. Freeze-dried basil is often used in hot dishes and is then added shortly before the end of heating.
As a herb, basil is irreplaceable in seasoning Italian dishes, you can kindly add basil to pasta dishes.
Freeze-dried basil can be used to flavor salads, vegetable, fish and meat dishes, as well as grits, oatmeal and egg dishes, marinades and sauces. And of course, basil tastes wonderful in mushroom and cheese dishes.
Freeze-dried basil, or the king of herbs, works wonderfully:
For meat dishes
The strong aroma of freeze-dried basil gives pork and poultry an exceptionally pleasant taste.
With fish and seafood
Enriches fish and seafood foods.
For soup, stew, pasta dishes, pizzas
Gives a pleasant, characteristic taste nuance.
In salads, sauces, spreads, flavored oils
Sprinkle basil in salads, sauces and spreads. Basil looks especially nice on warm sandwiches.
Benefits for the body
In Mediterranean countries, basil has always been used to promote digestion, relieve spasms, and add general tone to bath water.
Basil is a very useful herb thanks to its many nutrients: vitamin K, manganese, copper, vitamin A, vitamin C, calcium, iron, magnesium, folate and omega-3 fatty acids.
Basil acts as an anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, metabolic stimulant and immune system booster, just like many other herbs.
Basil contains antioxidants. Antioxidants are important because they inhibit the formation of free radicals and thus help to slow down aging and reduce the risk of several diseases.
The use of herbs reduces the need to add salt in dishes.
Why basil is useful, read more about it here .
Packaging and storage
The jar is resealable, handy and has a nice design that looks nice on your kitchen shelf, is convenient and practical to use
For storage, keep in a closed package, at room temperature, protected from direct sunlight.
Freeze-dried basil as a gift idea
You can put together a unique and personal gift with delicious and healthy content from our herbs. For this purpose, we have a nice windowed gift box for 4 cups and a great colorful gift box for 6 jars . You can put 4 or 6 jars of freeze-dried herbs and spices in there at your own discretion and according to your taste. For example, rosemary , oregano , parsley and thyme . A wonderful surprise for the recipient, isn’t it? Just click on the link , take a closer look and make the appropriate choice.